Dueling in the Old West: The Art of the Quick Draw Although “pistols at twenty paces at high noon” are the staple of Western movies and novels, the reality of American dueling is altogether very different. The History of Duels The culture of duels originated as an East Coast phenomenon, mainly cosplaying the culture of…
Famous Gunslingers and Their Weapons in the Wild West We all have fond memories of playing Cowboys and Indians as children, but when it comes to the real-life thing, it was quite different than the lighthearted childhood game we reminisce on. The Wild West during the 19th century involved large open deserts and prairies, which…
The Introduction: Unit 1 with an MGS Student Lesson 1 This unit took me through the where and how to begin, from being a sportsman to being able to gain the knowledge used for gunsmithing. I learned the safety precautions that even avid gun enthusiasts forget or simply don’t realize as significance. Knowledge is everything…
The Evolution of Firearms in the Wild West This month I want to talk about America’s trek west and how it jumpstarted the evolution of firearms as we know them today. Early Expansion West When our early ancestors and settlers made it to the new world, they brought with them flintlock rifles and pistols. The…
Famous Female Gunslingers of the Old West Ask anyone to name a famous female gunslinger from America’s Old West, and you’re very likely to hear ‘Annie Oakley’ before you even take your next breath. Her notoriety is well deserved, and her achievements are more than well-documented. As a star attraction in Buffalo Bill’s Wild West…
The MGS Student Experience: Why Did I Choose MGS? To begin with, it was founded in 1946, making it one of the oldest gunsmithing schools in the country. They offer a program you can work at your own pace within the course completion time. The lessons consist of hands-on projects throughout the course so you…
Financial Planning for Veterans: Navigating Benefits, Savings, and Investments United States culture, in the mainstream, regards veterans favorably. The choice to serve in the military is respected, and that turns into a pretty decent support network compared to other parts of the world. For all the complaints about Veterans Administration and other support institutions, the…
Service Dogs for Veterans If you’ve never spent time with a service dog, it may sound like an exaggeration when people tell you that these animals have superpowers. But rest assured that service dogs have superpowers in spades! Professional service dogs can detect when their owners are anxious or suffering from a physical ailment and…
Non-Profits Helping Veterans This month I want to talk about an important customer base of the gun industry, and that is the veteran community. Our proud military population are some of the most experienced with guns and will be one of the largest communities to utilize your services. Let’s talk about how we can give…
Finding Resources for Employment after Deployment Our American heroes and our soldiers keep American borders safe and keep our interests afloat overseas. Both men and women put their lives in danger every day for America. But after deployment, it can be challenging to transition to the next stage of life and employment. If gunsmithing is…